Events
Maldaner’s Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Maldaner's Restaurant 222 S 6th St, SpringfieldLincoln Presidential Library and Museum offers free admission on anniversary of Gettysburg Address
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldALPLM Gettysburg Address Special Exhibit & Historical Talk
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldWeek of Events
Downtown Bloomington – First Friday
First Friday is an event held each month on, you guessed it, the First Friday of the month in Downtown Bloomington from 5 PM -8 PM! First Friday is an opportunity to shop late at local participating businesses, see what's new in the local galleries, and cap it all off with a bite to eat…
Maldaner’s Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. Our actors…
Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum offers free admission on anniversary of Gettysburg Address
An original edition of the Gettysburg Address is going on display for 12 days at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the only place in America where the public can regularly see Lincoln’s most famous speech written in his own hand. The presidential library’s copy of the Gettysburg Address will be exhibited Nov. 17…
ALPLM Gettysburg Address Special Exhibit & Historical Talk
An original edition of the Gettysburg Address is going on display for 12 days -- from November 17 through 28 -- at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the only place in America where the public can regularly see Lincoln’s most famous speech written in his own hand. As part of our special display…
Elkhart’s Christmas in The Village
Elkhart's Christmas in The Village events span from November 18th to December 24th. Each event is open to the public, everyone is welcome. As always, if you have any questions, please send us an email elkhart.hist.soc@gmail.com or call 217-947-2238 (Elkhart Historical Society) or 217-947-2200 (The Country Bumpkin). Saturday November 18th , 2023 Christmas Open houses…
Lincoln Christmas Express & Lincoln Christmas Parade
Lincoln Christmas Express in downtown Lincoln, IL is from Friday, November 24, 2023 to Saturday, December 16, 2023. The annual Lincoln Christmas Parade will take place on Thursday, December 7th, at 6:30 PM. The theme this year is "Deck the Halls: Christmas Light Show." Downtown Lincoln Beginning the last weekend in November Winter Wonderland Tree…
Atlanta’s Indoor Holiday Market on Route 66
Welcome to Atlanta's 3rd Indoor Holiday Market located right on Route 66 and in the heart of our historic downtown. The market will be located in Union Hall/Visitors Center on Arch Street. Arch Street Artisans and The Gift Box will be open for additional holiday shopping! There is ample parking available. Market Hours: Saturday November…
DSI Old Capitol Holiday Walks
Every year, Downtown Springfield, Inc. and our unique, locally-owned shops pull out all of the stops for the most magical time of the year - the Old Capitol Holiday Walks! Times are Wednesdays from 4-8pm and Saturdays from 10am-8pm. Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Illinois National Bank, DSI is excited to offer a month full…
Small Business Saturday – November 25
Small Business Saturday – November 25
Saturday, November 25, 2023 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Please join the U.S.…
City of Atlanta Christmas Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting
City of Atlanta Christmas Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting
Christmas on Route 66, year #3! Join us for a festive parade, the Sunday following Thanksgiving, kicking off at approximately 4:30pm. This year's theme is "Sleigh Bells on 66." The parade route will begin at Nutrien Ag Solutions Continue down Arch Street Right onto N Elm Street Right onto East Street Right onto E South…
MAJOR EVENTS ON ILLINOIS ROUTE 66
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Event postings are limited to events held in Route 66 communities in Illinois, and are a benefit to members of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway.